Participation in community events tied to the tournament also rose. An estimated 200 children participated in the junior clinics, more than 625 took part in the 5k run and the inaugural Grand Taste event had more than 10,000 attendees.

"It is quickly, in only the third year, becoming one of the absolute can't miss stops on the LPGA tour," LPGA Professional Morgan Pressel said.

The 2016 Meijer LPGA Classic featured a full field playing 72 holes June 14-19 at Blythefield Country Club.

The 2017 Meijer LPGA Classic will once again be held Father's Day weekend June 12-18.